2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · VU65 CTK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging mechanical neglect. The most recent test in September 2025 at 72,788 miles passed, yet it identified uneven tyre wear on the near side front and bodywork damage. This follows a period in 2024 where a defective reflector was noted, suggesting that while the car is mechanically functional, the owner has only recently begun addressing minor cosmetic and alignment issues. At 72,788 miles, the Polo has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 7,000 miles covered between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of stagnation, which often leads to dry rot in rubber components or seized calipers, though the low annual mileage means components like suspension bushes may be reaching their age-related degradation. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension geometry to address the uneven tyre wear flagged in 2025. This often points to worn wishbone bushes, faulty tracking, or a bent component that requires professional alignment. Furthermore, the August 2023 failure involving a binding offside rear service brake and insufficient brake lever travel indicates a past hydraulic issue. While the subsequent test passed, a physical inspection should check for uneven pad wear or signs of a sticking rear caliper cylinder to ensure the binding condition does not return.